PAULSPEED

Hi,

It looks like the grill is held by two expansion revits (#8).

The rivet (#8) holds part 5 to part 9 to part 3 to part 1.

I would drill out the rivets to release the grill.

Enclosed is a picture of the parts.

Paul

Hi,

I would ask a supplier like suncoast for a price.

Paul

Hi,

I could not find the bag put here is the part numbers for

the wind screen.

Paul

Hi,

My brother is happy with his 997 4S and I am happy

with my 997 S. Either car will make you happy.

Paul

Hi,

It looks like the rubber spoiler has two expansion rivets to

the engine hood. You would have to drill out the rivets out to

remove the rubber boot. Is it your goal to replace the

rubber boot?

A lot of the screws on a Porsche require a torx drive and not

a allen wrench. Are you sure the allen wrench is backing

out the screws?

Paul

Hi,

Here is another picture of the 996 spoiler.

I am having fun.

Paul

Hi,

I wish I knew how to post pictures.

Here is the 997 spoiler detail. Does this help?

Paul

997_SPOILER.doc

Hi,

Once you disconnect the hoses the unit just lifts right out.

There will be two groumets that you will want to find when

replacing the air filter. The air filter is not bolted down.

Paul

HI,

go up to the topright of this screen and push the search

menu. Type in I-pod and you will get a whole slew of

information.

Here is one of the links for good I-pod stuff.

Paul

http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/reviews/review_grades/C204/

Hi,

I do not know how to paste a picture.

Enclosed is a file with the brake picture.

Paul

(edit - made image show in post - Loren)

Hi,

I checked and the front brakes are just like the rears. The

sensors fit into the brakes. You would use a small screwdriver

and pry the sensor out. The only metal clip I see is the

one that holds the pads in. If you post a picture

I think we can all see the problem you are running

up against. The sensor wire is replaceable. I bought

racing brake pads and zipped the wires out of the way.

Paul

Hi,

I just got another screw in the sidewall of the tire.

This will cost me over $500 for a new tire. Part

of the expense in a daily drive car.

Paul

Hi,

You good get a 997 Turbo technical manual but you

need to become a contributing member. Send in

25 dollars and the manual is yours for downloading.

Here is the site when you contribute.

Paul

http://www.renntech.org/forums/index.php?showtopic=8865

Hi,

You will need to describe your wheel since they are add ons.

The tiptonic wheel is #1432 add.

The sport wheel is #1435 add.

The Three spoke wheel is #1436 add.

This information will help.

Paul

Hi,

Installing the wheel spacers is ease. Remove wheel, install

spacer with little screws that come with the spacers, and put

back wheel with longer bolts that come with the spacers.

My tire wear is still very even across the tire with the spacers.

I have not aligned the car.

Paul

Hi,

I have a extingisher in my car but my brother does not.

I know that the extingisher is option code 1509.

My brother has a 997 4S with all electric seats.

Some of the racing brackets are pricey so a

factory bracket should also be pricey but it

will help with the choices.

Please provide a part number for the fire extingisher bracket.

Thank you,

Paul

Hi,

I just installed the clear ones on my 997 S.

Order them from Suncoast and had them in a week.

Installing them took about five minutes.

Paul

(edit - made image viewable - Loren)

Hi,

I have hit the rev. limiter a few times and never had this problem. If

your oil level is fine, then I would take it to the dealer.

Paul

Hi,

I would look for wheel spacers. They are a add to

the car. Look at where the wheel conects to the hub and

see if there is a 1/4" spacer in this place.

I bought the stock spacers but I wished I had bigger spacers. The

only problem with bigger spacers are bad camber and

bad tire wear. I know you can get adjustable plates but

the adjustment list of goodies increases with speed.

Paul

Hi,

My fluid was red so i bought this stuff.

http://www.horsepowerfreaks.com/price/Pors...Radiator_Fluids

What ever you put in do not ovefill it. Use a straw or turkey baster

to get the fluid out.

Paul

Hi,

I have a 997S and my brother has a 997 4S. Hetried to go up a driveway

with snow on it and failed. The 4 wheel drive does not help

for icie roads. We both enjoy our cars and time will tell

who picked the right car. With the 4S you

will have to replace 10 CV boots someday.

Paul

Hi,

According to the owners manual you just push the bottom

in.

Here is the text on it.

Practical Tips, Emergency Service 281

Towing

Certain state statutes and local ordinances prohibit

towing with a chain, rope or even a tow bar.

In addition, damage to your vehicle may result

from improper procedures.

Consult your authorized Porsche dealer for details.

Vehicle towing

Flat bed towing is the preferred type of towing to

be used on Porsche vehicles.

Under certain circumstances, wheel lifts may be

used when the vehicle will not roll.

The vehicle must be towed with all four

wheels off the ground, otherwise damage to

the vehicle may result.

Towing hook

The towing hook is contained in the tool kit.

Caution!

Risk of damage to the vehicle.

f Use the towing hook only for an emergency to

remove the vehicle off the road. The towing

hook is to be used only to pull the vehicle onto

the flat bed, tractor or towing aparatus if the

vehicle will roll freely. Under no circumstances

is the vehicle to be secured using the towing

hook.

f Never use the towing hook to tow this or any

other vehicle.

f Bear in mind the limited ground clearance of

your car on uneven surfaces.

Front mounting

The towing hook is A stored in the tool box in the

luggage compartment.

1. Press the lower edge of the appropriate

plastic cover into the bumper until the cover

disengages.

2. Pull cover out of the bumper and let it hang by

its thread.

3. Completely screw in the towing hook.

Rear mounting

1. Remove license plate.

2. Unscrew the towing hook A.

3. Insert plastic cover at the lower edge of the

opening.

4. Fold the cover up and press on its upper edge

to engage it in the bumper.

5. Completely screw in the towing hook.

Paul

Hi,

There should be no ground strap from the transmission

to the body. I look at some 997 details and there is a strap

from the starter to the body. The strap starts at a bolt that is

very close to the flywheel and runs to the body.

I would find the starter and see if there is a gound

strap installed.

There are plenty of transmission hangers that should ground the transmission

Paul

Hi,

I have confidence in you. You can do it.

It's what DIY is all about.

Paul

Hi,

Make sure and work the screwdriver all around the plug.

Just a little prying on the four corners should pop the plug.

Then screw in your tow hitch so you can

check the threads.

Paul